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Curve Theatre History
Curve is a spectacular state-of-the-art theatre based in the heart of Leicester’s vibrant Cultural Quarter.
Shows at the Curve Theatre
DATES PRODUCTION 4/19/2022 - 4/23/2022 The Osmonds: A New Musical (2021) 9/20/2021 - 9/25/2021 Everybody's Talking About Jamie (2021)
Click Here to Buy Tickets7/30/2021 - 7/31/2021 Grease (2021)
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INSIDE AMERICAN PIE Heads To UK Before Returning To Toronto At CAA Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 27, 2026
INSIDE AMERICAN PIE will premiere in the UK at Curve in Leicester before returning to Toronto’s CAA Theatre April 14–May 3, 2026. The Harmony House docu-concert explores Don McLean’s “American Pie” and 1960s American culture through live performance.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 27, 2026
INSIDE AMERICAN PIE will premiere in the UK at Curve in Leicester before returning to Toronto’s CAA Theatre April 14–May 3, 2026. The Harmony House docu-concert explores Don McLean’s “American Pie” and 1960s American culture through live performance.
Full Cast Set For UK Tour of John Le Carre's THE SPY WHO CAME IN FROM THE COLD
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2026
The Ink Factory and Second Half Productions have announced the full cast for the extensive UK-wide tour of the Chichester Festival Theatre production of John le Carré's The Spy Who Came in From the Cold.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2026
The Ink Factory and Second Half Productions have announced the full cast for the extensive UK-wide tour of the Chichester Festival Theatre production of John le Carré's The Spy Who Came in From the Cold.
Curve Theatre To Stage PUBLIC - THE MUSICAL This Summer
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 11, 2026
Curve Theatre has announced the full cast for the upcoming run of PUBLIC - THE MUSICAL, set to perform from May 30 to June 13. The show, a hit at the Edinburgh Fringe, explores the quirky tale of four strangers in a public toilet.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 11, 2026
Curve Theatre has announced the full cast for the upcoming run of PUBLIC - THE MUSICAL, set to perform from May 30 to June 13. The show, a hit at the Edinburgh Fringe, explores the quirky tale of four strangers in a public toilet.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld January 29, 2026- MOULIN ROUGE! Welcomes Bob the Drag Queen and More
by - Jan 29, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 29, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Jan 29, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 29, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Curve and Randal Foundation Launch SHINE to Aid Youth Mental Health
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2026
Shine is a groundbreaking new three-year arts and education project which aims to address the mental health and wellbeing crisis amongst young people in some of Leicester's most disadvantaged communities.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2026
Shine is a groundbreaking new three-year arts and education project which aims to address the mental health and wellbeing crisis amongst young people in some of Leicester's most disadvantaged communities.
Video: SYLVIA Prepares for Its September Return at Curve Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 28, 2026
Check out new behind-the-scenes video from the promo shoot for SYLVIA, ahead of the production’s return this autumn. The musical will tour the UK before culminating in a limited run of performances at the Royal Albert Hall.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 28, 2026
Check out new behind-the-scenes video from the promo shoot for SYLVIA, ahead of the production’s return this autumn. The musical will tour the UK before culminating in a limited run of performances at the Royal Albert Hall.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld January 7, 2026- First Look At Carrie Coon and More In BUG On Broadway
by - Jan 7, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 7, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Jan 7, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 7, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Video: LEGALLY BLONDE UK Tour Releases New Trailer
by Stephi Wild - Jan 6, 2026
An all new trailer has been released for the new UK tour of Legally Blonde the Musical. The musical will tour the UK and Ireland in 2026, opening at Leicester's Curve theatre on 7 February. Check out the video here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 6, 2026
An all new trailer has been released for the new UK tour of Legally Blonde the Musical. The musical will tour the UK and Ireland in 2026, opening at Leicester's Curve theatre on 7 February. Check out the video here!
Hannah Lowther and More Join LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL UK and Ireland Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jan 5, 2026
Musical theatre and Tik Tok star, Hannah Lowther will play Margot and Alternate Elle Woods in the new UK and Ireland tour of LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL. The cast also includes George Crawford, Karen Mavundukure, and more.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 5, 2026
Musical theatre and Tik Tok star, Hannah Lowther will play Margot and Alternate Elle Woods in the new UK and Ireland tour of LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL. The cast also includes George Crawford, Karen Mavundukure, and more.
PUBLIC " THE MUSICAL Will Be Performed at Leicester’s Curve
by Stephi Wild - Nov 25, 2025
PUBLIC – THE MUSICAL, a standout hit from Edinburgh’s 2023 Fringe Festival will have a new life at Leicester’s Curve, running in the Studio Theatre beginning in May.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 25, 2025
PUBLIC – THE MUSICAL, a standout hit from Edinburgh’s 2023 Fringe Festival will have a new life at Leicester’s Curve, running in the Studio Theatre beginning in May.
THE SILENCE OF THE LAMBS Will Make Stage Premiere in the UK in 2026
by Stephi Wild - Nov 25, 2025
The Silence of the Lambs will make its world stage play premiere in 2026. Television writer and playwright Gina Gionfriddo will bringThomas Harris' gripping literary masterpiece to the stage in a new modern adaptation directed by Nikolai Foster.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 25, 2025
The Silence of the Lambs will make its world stage play premiere in 2026. Television writer and playwright Gina Gionfriddo will bringThomas Harris' gripping literary masterpiece to the stage in a new modern adaptation directed by Nikolai Foster.
UK Tour of THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME Announces 2027 Dates
by Stephi Wild - Nov 13, 2025
2027 dates have been revealed for the newly announced production of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, inspired by the novel and the National Theatre's stage adaptation.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 13, 2025
2027 dates have been revealed for the newly announced production of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, inspired by the novel and the National Theatre's stage adaptation.
Photos: THE SOUND OF MUSIC In Rehearsal At Curve Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 7, 2025
Curve Theatre has released photos from inside rehearsal for its 2025 Made at Curve production of The Sound of Music, directed by Artistic Director Nikolai Foster. The production will run from November 22, 2025, through January 17, 2026.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 7, 2025
Curve Theatre has released photos from inside rehearsal for its 2025 Made at Curve production of The Sound of Music, directed by Artistic Director Nikolai Foster. The production will run from November 22, 2025, through January 17, 2026.
Dame Rosemary Squire OBE and Chris Stafford Join SOLT and UK Theatre Boards
by Stephi Wild - Nov 5, 2025
Dame Rosemary Squire OBE has rejoined the Society of London Theatre Board, whilst Chris Stafford has joined the Board of UK Theatre. Learn more about their appointments here!
by Stephi Wild - Nov 5, 2025
Dame Rosemary Squire OBE has rejoined the Society of London Theatre Board, whilst Chris Stafford has joined the Board of UK Theatre. Learn more about their appointments here!
Jason Donovan Will Return to THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW For UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Oct 20, 2025
Back by popular demand, singing superstar Jason Donovan will return to the iconic role of Frank ‘n’ Furter in Richard O’Brien’s legendary Rocky Horror Show for the 2026 UK tour.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 20, 2025
Back by popular demand, singing superstar Jason Donovan will return to the iconic role of Frank ‘n’ Furter in Richard O’Brien’s legendary Rocky Horror Show for the 2026 UK tour.
PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT Will Hit The Road In 2026 With Kevin Clifton, Adèle Anderson, And Nick Hayes
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 16, 2025
The beloved disco-fueled musical Priscilla Queen of the Desert will embark on a dazzling new UK and Ireland tour beginning February 19, 2026, at Manchester’s Palace Theatre.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 16, 2025
The beloved disco-fueled musical Priscilla Queen of the Desert will embark on a dazzling new UK and Ireland tour beginning February 19, 2026, at Manchester’s Palace Theatre.
New UK Tour of THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME Will Open in Birmingham
by Stephi Wild - Oct 14, 2025
Melting Pot and the Birmingham Rep will co-produce a brand-new staging of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, opening in Birmingham next September before embarking on a major UK tour
by Stephi Wild - Oct 14, 2025
Melting Pot and the Birmingham Rep will co-produce a brand-new staging of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, opening in Birmingham next September before embarking on a major UK tour
THE LAST LAUGH Will Return For A UK and Ireland Tour
by Stephi Wild - Oct 7, 2025
Following a successful West End run, New York season and UK tour, THE LAST LAUGH will return for a UK and Ireland tour in 2026, opening at Malvern Theatres next year.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 7, 2025
Following a successful West End run, New York season and UK tour, THE LAST LAUGH will return for a UK and Ireland tour in 2026, opening at Malvern Theatres next year.
Lara Denning Joins Cast of The UK and Ireland Tour of HERE & NOW
by Stephi Wild - Sep 30, 2025
West End actress Lara Denning will take over the role of Caz in the UK and Ireland tour of HERE & NOW. Rebecca Lock who currently plays Caz will leave the production on Sunday 9 November.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 30, 2025
West End actress Lara Denning will take over the role of Caz in the UK and Ireland tour of HERE & NOW. Rebecca Lock who currently plays Caz will leave the production on Sunday 9 November.
Curve Continues Support Of Midlands Artists With Resident Creatives Programme
by Stephi Wild - Sep 29, 2025
Leicester’s Curve theatre is continuing its support for Midlands theatre-makers as applications open for the second wave of Curve Resident Creatives, the theatre’s artist development programme.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 29, 2025
Leicester’s Curve theatre is continuing its support for Midlands theatre-makers as applications open for the second wave of Curve Resident Creatives, the theatre’s artist development programme.
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